In addition to being
known as a stellar custom framing gallery, High Desert Gallery has
established itself as an "original" gallery. There is
nothing like owning a well framed original and we always try to work
with our clients to collect original works by the artist we
represent. The fact is that sometimes it makes sense to purchase
prints. Prints are often sought after, great images, and
the prints we represent are of the highest quality. High quality prints, what
we refer to as "fine art prints", are a great way to collect an artists works and complement your original paintings. High Desert Gallery represents artists that produce
original prints such as etchings, monotypes, woodblocks prints as
well as fine art prints that are high quality reproductions of the
original work. The evolution of computer technologies has
created great benefits for fine art printmaking. A fine art giclée
is created from the artist's original artwork. An extremely high
resolution digital image of the artwork is made, then loaded into
specially enhanced printers which output the digital image onto fine
art paper or canvas.
Since the digital
image includes nearly every subtlety and nuance of the original -
including the smallest details of light and shadow such as the
textures of the paint and canvas or paper - the fine art giclée
is often difficult to distinguish from the original work of art.
Brush strokes have the appearance of brush strokes, even though they
are only two dimensional images on paper. Typically, limited edition
artwork is hand-signed by the artist indicating their personal
approval of each work of art, then individually numbered to identify
each work of art as a part of the total edition. Once the prints in
the edition have been sold out, the digital file is then removed by
the Giclee printmaker in order to maintain the integrity of the
limited edition. The image will not be published again in the same
form. Open editions on the other hand may or may not be signed by the
artist and for the most part are not numbered as the edition is not
limited.
Recently, High Desert
Gallery formed a strategic alliance with a distributor of fine art
giclee
prints representing many American Artists. The alliance will
allow us to provide an additional line of giclee prints in our
Redmond Custom Framing Gallery while still concentrating on
representing our Oregon and Central Oregon artists. The new line
is unique and represents a wide range of work, style, color and
formats. Additionally the line also allows for size customization.
If you love an image but need it bigger -- 60” wide for example --
then we can customize it for you. Don't need it 60” wide then we
can order is as small as you need – 10” for example. This
provides options for your décor and home or office. Our
alliance partner, Artaissance, comes with years in the art and
framing business and was born from a love of art and a passion for
experiencing life to the fullest. Whether you’re choosing one
special piece or looking to transform your entire living space, High
Desert Gallery and Artaissance will help you create the experience.
An experience for your walls that reflects what you love and who you
are.
The High Desert
Gallery / Artaissance collection spans the art scene, from
traditional landscapes to hip, contemporary abstracts. The
collection is continually updated to keep it fresh and exciting, and
the publisher looks for artists who offer a unique voice in the art
world. With thousands of images to choose from, we believe you will
find several that speak to you.
If you have that
special need then we encourage you to take time to browse through our
portfolio and create your own special collection. We hope you enjoy
the Artaissance experience as much as we enjoy bringing it to you.
To view the collection please visit: Artaissance - Life is one big
canvas! ... Your orders are shipped directly to High Desert Gallery in
Redmond and we will work with you on your framing selection and
needs. You'll have that work on the wall in no time! Questions?
Visit the link above or call the gallery at 1-866-549-6250 x 2
(Redmond).
Artwork: "Welcome" by Jaime Ellsworth - All rights reserved and copyright 2007, Artaissance
Artwork: "Green Pears" by Chavelle - All rights reserved and copyright 2007, Artaissance
About High Desert Gallery:
High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of
Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art and custom picture
framing gallery with retail locations in Redmond, Sisters, and Bend, Oregon (Opening Fall
of 2008) specializing in Central Oregon
Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing. High Desert
Gallery's online sales gallery can be found at
www.highdesertgallery.biz
. For more information please visit:
www.highdesertgallery.com
or call 541-388-8964 or toll free 1-866-549-6250.
Original artwork by
listed artist(s). All rights reserved and copyright 2007.
Use of image is restricted and prohibited without prior written
permission. High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central
Oregon content copyright 2007. The Art & Soul of Central
Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks
of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.
Aristotle
Nights: When I look up at the night sky I often feel as though I am
looking into the past- that this same sky was seen by thousands of
generations before me- back to Aristotle and beyond. The old
photographs give that feeling of the past. They can also be
seen as constellations- the Constellation of the Twins: the
Constellation of the Artist as a Young Woman- or as twin moons
spinning their stories in the night sky. These story fragments
come to me as I work and help to guide me in how I weigh the
mood/tone of the piece. For the viewer, he or she may see
something entirely different. What they may see is just as
valid as the thoughts I have shared here.
